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10-14-24 Regular Commission Meeting Adopted MinutesMINUTES Regular City Commission Meeting ' Monday, October 14, 2024 - 6:30 PM Commission Chamber City Hall, 800 Seminole Road Atlantic Beach, FL 32233 INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CALL TO ORDER: Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Mayor Ford called the meeting to order at 6:31 PM. CC Bartle called the roll. ATTENDANCE: Present: Curtis Ford, Mayor - Seat 1 Bruce Bole, Commissioner - Seat 2 (District 1308) Candace Kelly, Commissioner - Seat 4 (District 1306) Jessica Ring, Commissioner - Seat 5 (District 1312) Absent: Michael Waters, Commissioner - Seat 3 (District 1307) Also Present: William B. Killingsworth, City Manager (CM) Kevin Hogencamp, Deputy City Manager (DCM) Jason Gabriel, City Attorney (CA) Donna Bartle, City Clerk (CC) Ladayija Nichols, Deputy City Clerk (DCC) Amanda Askew, Planning & Community Development Dir. (PCDD) Steve Swann, City Engineer (CE) 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES IA. Approve minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting held on August 26, 2024. Mayor Ford asked if there were any corrections or changes needed. There were no corrections to the minutes. Mayor Ford stated the minutes stand as submitted. Discussion on postponing agenda item 9A. Mayor Ford lead a discussion to postpone agenda item 9A. MOTION. Postpone the reading (of Ordinance No. 90-24-253) to (the) 28th of October (2024). Motion: Candace Kelly Second. Jessica Ring Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 CA Gabriel clarified that this is moving it up on the agenda due to it preceding public comment and that it needs to be opened for people to speak on the postponement of the matter. Mayor Ford explained the process for public comment during this item and public comment was opened. CC Bartle called speakers to the podium. Cindy Anderson agreed that postponement was a good idea and stated she would speak during public comment. Commissioner Bole explained his reasons for planning to vote against the item. Lisa Herrold echoed Commissioner Bole's sentiments. Carole Schwarz recommended the Commission take action on this item and not postpone. Mitch Reeves supported postponement of this agenda item. CA Gabriel explained the process for postponing a public hearing. Dolly McCormick supported postponement of this item. The Commission engaged in a discussion regarding the proposed postponement. Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole Against Candace Kelly (Moved By) For Jessica Ring (Seconded By) Against Motion failed 2 to 2. 2. COURTESY OF FLOOR TO VISITORS Mayor Ford explained the process for public comments and opened the Courtesy of the Floor to Visitors. PUBLIC COMMENT CC Bartle called each speaker to the podium. Dolly McCormick thanked the Commission for the pump by the pond and asked about the timeline for culvert and ditch maintenance. Cindy Anderson expressed gratitude to the staff for their work on agenda item 9A and shared additional thoughts on the matter. Lisa Herrold thanked staff for their efforts with social media and urged the Commission to consider all possible outcomes when making decisions. Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 Carole Schwarz shared her views on building and construction in AB. Steve Fouraker briefly discussed AB's form of government and the importance of meeting decorum. 3. CITY MANAGER REPORTS 3.A. Accept the 90 -Day Calendar (Oct -Dec 2024) CM Killingsworth reported as detailed in the agenda packet and answered questions from the Commission. There was a CONSENSUS to accept the 90 -Day Calendar. 3.B. Additional Updates CM Killingsworth provided additional updates as follows: • Proposed 2025 Town Hall dates were discussed, and it was decided that the Commission would provide their feedback to the City Manager on these dates by the next meeting. 4. REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS FROM CITY COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Ring • Thanked the staff for their efforts during the recent storms.. Commissioner Bole • Expressed his appreciation for the efficiency of the trash pickup efforts.. Commissioner Kelly • Echoed the sentiments of Commissioners Ring and Bole regarding the recent storms. Mayor Ford • Read a proclamation for City Government Week (which is attached hereto and made part of this Official Record as Attachment A). 10-14-24 Attachment A 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS None. 6. CONSENT AGENDA None. 7. COMMITTEE REPORTS 7.A. Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC) Sarah Boren, ESC Chair reported as detailed in a presentation (which is attached hereto and made part of this Official Record as Attachment B). 10-14-24 Attachment B Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 8. ACTION ON RESOLUTIONS 8.A. RESOLUTION NO. 24-52 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 FUNDING TO DESIGNATED ORGANIZATIONS AND SCHOOLS FOR ARTISTIC, RECREATIONAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND PROJECTS UTILIZING FUNDS BUDGETED IN ACCOUNT NO. 001-6010-572- 82-00; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY CONTRACTS AND PURCHASE ORDER(S) IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND AS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROVISIONS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution. Lisa Goodrich, Arts, Recreation, and Culture Committee Chair and DCM Hogencamp explained the resolution and answered questions from the Commission. MOTION: Approve Resolution (No.) 24-52. Motion: Bruce Bole Second: Jessica Rung Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole (Moved By) For Candace Kelly For Jessica Ring (Seconded By) For Motion passed 4 to 0. 8.B. RESOLUTION NO. 24-53 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, CITY COMMISSION, TO ADOPT A VISION ZERO POLICY, AND SETTING THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF ELIMINATING ALL TRAFFIC DEATHS AND SERIOUS INJURIES IN ATLANTIC BEACH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution. MOTION: Approve Resolution No. 24-53. Motion: Jessica Ring Second. Bruce Bole Commissioner Ring asked about the logistics of the visionary plan. CM Killingsworth clarified the transition of the STOP Committee into an advisory committee. Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 9. Commissioner Kelly inquired about funding, and CM Killingsworth explained that the City had received a grant to support the completion of this work. Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole (Seconded By) For Candace Kelly For Jessica Ring (Moved By) For Motion passed 4 to 0. 8.C. RESOLUTION NO. 24-54 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT DUVAL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS RECONFIGURE THE ATLANTIC BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE ZONE TO INCLUDE ALL RESIDENCES IN ATLANTIC BEACH. Mayor Ford read the title of the resolution. CM Killingsworth explained the resolution as detailed in the agenda packet. MOTION: Approve Resolution No. 24-54. Motion: Jessica Ring Second. Candace Kelly Commissioner Ring provided an update on her report to the school board. Commissioner Bole expressed his support for the resolution. Commissioner Kelly discussed the safety of AB's roads, in relation to schoolchildren. Mayor Ford expressed his backing for the resolution and noted that there is still work to be done. Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole For Candace Kelly (Seconded By) For Jessica Ring (Moved By) For Motion passed 4 to 0. ACTION ON ORDINANCES 9.A. ORDINANCE NO. 90-24-253, Public Hearing and Final Reading AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, COUNTY OF DUVAL, STATE OF FLORIDA, ADOPTING A FULLY REVISED CHAPTER Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 24, LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, OF THE ATLANTIC BEACH CODE OF ORDINANCES, AS SET FORTH WITHIN ATTACHED EXHIBIT A, WHICH GENERALLY AND SPECIFICALLY REGULATE THE USE AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAND AND WATERS WITHIN THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA; REPEALING THE ENTIRETY OF THE CURRENT CHAPTER 24, ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NUMBER 90-19-240 AS AMENDED TO DATE; SAID NEWLY ADOPTED CHAPTER 24 CONTAINING SIX ARTICLES: ARTICLE I — IN GENERAL, PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION AND AUTHORITY, PROVIDING FOR PURPOSE AND INTENT,PROVIDING FOR JURISDICTION, PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENTS, PROVIDING FOR LEGAL STATUS AND CONSISTENCY WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; ARTICLE 11. — LANGUAGE AND DEFINITIONS, PROVIDING FOR CONSTRUCTION OF LANGUAGE, PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PROVIDING FOR ACRONYMS; ARTICLE III. — ZONING REGULATIONS; PROVIDING FOR ARTICLE IV. — SUBDIVISION AND SITE IMPROVEMENT REGULATIONS; ARTICLE V. — ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE REGULATIONS; AND ARTICLE VI. — CONCURRENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR FINDINGS OF FACT, FOR CODIFICATION, FOR APPLICABILITY, FOR CONFLICT, FOR SEVERABILITY, AND FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Link to Redline version of Chapter 24 updates (Exhibit A) Redline version of Chapter 24 updates with editorial comments Mayor Ford read the title of the ordinance. PCDD Askew explained the ordinance as detailed in the agenda packet. PCDD Askew and CE Swann answered questions from the Commission. The public hearing was opened. CC Bartle called each speaker to the podium. Dolly McCormick inquired about and provided comments on permeable pavers. Lisa Herrold urged the Commission to seek balance before making decisions. Carole Schwarz discussed the use of artificial turf. Steve Fouraker addressed issues related to stormwater. The public hearing was closed. CA Gabriel made a recommendation on how to handle the amendments. Mayor Ford read each amendment as detailed in the agenda packet. Discussion ensure regarding the amendments. Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 MOTION: Approve the first amendment (for Ordinance No.) 90-25-253. Motion: Bruce Bole Second. Jessica Ring Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole (Moved By) For Candace Kelly For Jessica Ring (Seconded By) For Motion passed 4 to 0. MOTION: Approve the second amendment of (Ordinance No.) 90-24-253. Motion: Bruce Bole Second. Candace Kelly Commissioner Ring offered further insights on this amendment. Commissioner Kelly raised concerns regarding the disposal of pumped pool water. Mayor Ford shared additional remarks. Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole (Moved By) For Candace Kelly (Seconded By) For Jessica Ring For Motion passed 4 to 0. The decision was made to not move forward with amendment three. Discussion ensued regarding amendment number four. MOTION. Do not approve amendment four. Motion: Jessica Ring Second. Bruce Bole Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole (Seconded By) For Candace Kelly For Jessica Ring (Moved By) For Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 Motion passed 4 to 0. MOTION: Approve amendment five commercial corridor changing to revert back to the previous code as it is written today, and including Section 24-175, the Mayport Business Overlay District. Motion: Jessica Ring Second: Bruce Bole CM Killingsworth clarified that the amendment would be all of the amendment in number five approve the changes in Sec. 24-171, Commissioner Ring would like to include after that and Section 24-175. Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole (Seconded By) For Candace Kelly For Jessica Ring (Moved By) For Motion passed 4 to 0. Commissioner Ring provided additional comments on this amendment. Commissioner Bole spoke about the importance of informing citizens of these issues. MOTION: Adopt amendment number six. Motion: Candace Kelly Second: Bruce Bole Commissioner Bole expressed that he finds this amendment reasonable. Commissioner Ring conveyed her support for the amendment. Motion passed unanimously S to 0. MOTION: Approve Ordinance No. 90-24-253 as amended with the four approved amendments. Motion: Candace Kelly Second: Jessica Ring Curtis Ford For Bruce Bole For Candace Kelly (Moved By) For Jessica Ring (Seconded By) For Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 Motion passed 4 to 0. 10. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS None. 11. CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK REPORTS AND/OR REQUESTS None. 12. CLOSING COMMENTS BY CITY COMMISSIONERS AND CITY MANAGER Commissioner Kelly • Inquired about the Form 6. CA Gabriel reported that he would would look into the matter. Commissioner Bole • Emphasized the importance of conducting a stormwater study. Commissioner Ring • Shared her satisfaction with Ordinance No. 90-24-253. • Extended her condolences for Officer McNew. Mayor Ford • Discussed the vigil for Officer McNew and expressed his condolences. CM Killingsworth • Reminded everyone to submit their recommendations for Town Hall dates. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:23 PM. Attest: Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk Date Approved: 1112-612-0 2 r-40 /I 41;;Z�.,, Curtis Ford, M or Regular City Commission October 14, 2024 Attachment A to 10-14-24 Minutes Proclamation of the Citv of Rtlantir �eac�j in Recognition of Florida City Government Week WHEREAS, City government is the government closest to most citizens, and the one with the most direct daily impact upon its residents; and WHEREAS, as a municipal government, the City of Atlantic Beach provides services and programs to enhance the quality of life for all of its residents; and WHEREAS, City government is administered for and by its citizens, and depends on public commitment to and understanding of its many responsibilities; and WHEREAS, City government officials and employees share a responsibility to enhance citizens' understanding of public services and their benefits. Florida City Government Week, a Florida League of Cities initiative, offers an important opportunity for elected officials and City staff to spread the word to all citizens that they can shape and influence this segment of their government; and WHEREAS, during this year's Florida City Government Week, Atlantic Beach will engage citizens in activities designed to teach them about municipal government. These efforts serve the City of Atlantic Beach's commitment to fostering a well-informed, involved public, which is integral to our shared mission of an efficient government working for its people. NO"', THEREFORE, 1, Curtis Ford, Mayor of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida, do hereby proclaim October 21-27, 2024, as FLORIDA CITY GOVERNMENT WEEK in Atlantic Beach and encourage all citizens, city government officials and employees to assist in efforts that recognize and celebrate our local government. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and caused the Official Seal of the City of Atlantic Beach to be Affixed th' of October 2024. Curtis ord, Mayor Attachment B to 10-14-24 Minutes Environmental Stewardship Committee Commission Report October 14, 2024 Presented by: Sarah Boren, Chair, District Seat 1306 Attachment B to 10-14-24 Minutes • Studies and makes recommendations to the commission and staff with respect to: • Maritime forest; • Parks and open spaces; • Beautification of public and private spaces; • Environmental stewardship. • Acts as a motivating and coordinating body to encourage joint public and private participation in promoting these purposes. (Examples: Speaker Series) • Responds to requests from city commission and staff for guidance, advice and support of environmental stewardship matters. (Examples: Commission priorities regarding environmental stewardship; LEED for Cities certification; and Sustainability & Resilience Community Action Plan) Attachment B to 10-14-24 Minutes Q4 2024 Update Chapter 23 recommended revisions Sustainability & Resilience Community Action Plan (S&RCAP) Update Inaugural Awards December 4, 2024 Community Input Meeting (TBD) Edible Orchard & Garden NE FL Comprehensive Climate Action Plan Monthly Hands -On Workshops (HOW Series) — 11/7/24 �J Attachment B to 10.14-24 Minutes Hopes for 2025 Proactive & overt support of ESC Deeper community engagement S&RCAP is incorporated into city employee workplans .s Attachment B to 10.14-24 Minutes Questions? THANK YOU Sarah Boren KIMMMIII sborencoab@gmail.com